VIDEO: Trent Cotney Inducted into WSRCA Hall of Fame
See who’s the latest to receive the Western States Roofing Contractors Association’s highest honor for their commitment to the organization and roofing industry as a whole.
<div>A Roofing Contractor’s Guide to Managing Heavy Loads on the Jobsite</div>
How roofing contractors can manage weight loads on rooftops effectively, turning potential hazards into a smooth, successful operation.
NRCA, Beacon Exit Planning Host Seminar
The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) and Beacon Exit Planning are teaming up to educate roofing contractors about the business-succession process Dec. 12-13 in Phoenix. The two-day “Understanding Your Exit Options” seminar, offers an in-depth look into how roofing contractors should approach the exit planning and succession process. Former roofing contractor and Beacon Exit Planning…
Roofing Alliance Seeks 2024-25 MVP Nominations
The Roofing Alliance, the philanthropic arm of the National Roofing Contractors Association, announced a call to all roofing industry professionals, asking for nominations to be submitted for its 2024-25 Most Valuable Player Awards. The MVP Awards Program recognizes workers committed to excellence on and off the roof while applauding workers who make outstanding contributions to their…
Capitol Gains: WSRCA Names Kris Hitesman as President
As Kris Hitesman takes the reins as president of the Western Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA) this month, it will culminate in a career milestone nearly four decades in the making. Hitesman officially started working in the roofing industry at 13, at a company founded by her father in Utah’s Salt Lake Valley in the 1970s.…
5 ‘Must-Know’ Things Ahead of the WRE in Vegas
It’s time for roofing contractors and other roofing industry professionals west of the Mississippi River to get ready for another action-packed Western Roofing Expo, Sept. 29-Oct. 1, at the Paris Las Vegas. Registration is open, and this year’s event offers roofers a chance to take their businesses to new heights with cutting-edge products, education and…
Knowledge is Power and Profitable
The homeowner asks four different roofing contractors to submit estimates for her new roof. Only one of the four included and explained proper attic ventilation as part of the roofing project. Which estimate will the homeowner choose? In Air Vent’s podcast interview with Shane Gotschi, co-owner of DryHome Roofing & Siding, Sterling, Va., he said…
Mule-Hide Products Co. Launches New Warranty Portal
Mule-Hide Products Co. announced last week it had launched a new warranty portal to help contractors manage all aspects of their Mule-Hide Products low-slope warranties, from completing applications to paying invoices. Securely accessed at mulehide.com, the company said the portal offers a variety of features that significantly streamline processes designed to reduce the potential for errors…
New North Carolina Law Targets Con Artist Contractors
Residents in North Carolina have a new tool to use when unscrupulous contractors swoop in to take advantage of people in need of roofing work after storms. As Hurricane Debby swept through North Carolina, thousands still endured floods and thunderstorms on Sunday despite the powerful storm making landfall on Aug. 5 in Florida. With the…
Owens Corning Roofing Partners With CCN
Owens Corning said it has partnered with the Certified Contractors Network to help roofing and home improvement contractors scale their businesses and drive sustainable growth. The CCN Partnership is exclusive to Owens Corning Roofing Contractor Network members, including one-on-one coaching, member roundtable discussions, and targeted training to drive continuous improvement across the contractor’s business. Tailored…